Which county is best for Foxtail Millet farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Foxtail Millet are Kajiado, Baringo, Narok. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Foxtail Millet's nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Foxtail Millet need?

Foxtail Millet grows best between pH 5.5 and 7.5. Counties whose soils fall outside this range will need lime (if acidic) or sulphur (if alkaline) before planting.

What is the expected yield per acre for Foxtail Millet in Kenya?

A well-managed Foxtail Millet crop yields about 700 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 50/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 35,000.

Best counties to grow Foxtail Millet in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Foxtail Millet — scored against pH 5.5–7.5 target, low nitrogen, medium phosphorus, low potassium, plus rainfall (300–800 mm) and altitude (0–2000 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Foxtail Millet in Kenya are Kajiado, Baringo, Narok, based on soil and climate suitability. Foxtail Millet grows best at pH 5.5–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.